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IELTS BNC: 553 COCA: 696
nature
noun /ˈneɪtʃə(r)/
singularnature
pluralnatures
  1. 1
    [U] the physical world including all living things as well as the land and the seas 大自然;自然界

    an opportunity to enjoy the beauty of nature in Alaska 一次享受阿拉斯加大自然美景的机会

    Barone's interest was in nature, wildlife, and birds. 巴罗内的兴趣在大自然、野生动植物和鸟类上。

     Synonyms and related words
    The natural world: nature, the environment, ecology...
    1. a.
      the forces that control the physical world and life itself 自然力

      He's always loved pitting his skills against the forces of nature. 他总喜爱用自己的技能与大自然展开较量。

       Synonyms and related words
      The natural world: nature, the environment, ecology...
  2. 2
    [C/U] a basic quality or feature of something 本质;品质;特征
    nature of :

    It's the nature of plastic to melt under high temperatures. 在高温下会熔化是塑料的特性。

    They must understand the nature of our opposition to nuclear testing. 他们必须了解我们反对核试验的根本所在。

    by its (very) nature :

    Medical records, by their very nature, contain sensitive information. 医疗记录就其本质而言含有敏感的信息。

    true nature (=real features or qualities) 真正特性;真正品质 :

    Dunston refused to reveal the true nature of her work. 邓斯顿拒绝透露她工作的真正性质。

    in nature :

    The role of the Board is only advisory in nature. 董事会的作用实际上只是顾问性质的。

     Synonyms and related words
    Features and qualities: feature, quality, factor...
    1. a.
      the basic character of a person or an animal 天性;性情;本性

      The pony has a very gentle nature. 这匹小马性情很温和。

      by nature :

      Apes are curious by nature. 猿类天生好奇。

      in someone's nature :

      It isn't in my nature to be pushy or aggressive. 我生来个性就不强,冲劲也不够。

      someone's better nature (=someone's kindness) 某人的善良天性 :

      If we can appeal to Charlotte's better nature we can work out a compromise. 如果我们能唤起夏洛特的善良天性,就能找出一个折中的办法。

       Synonyms and related words
      General words for a person's character: character, personality, identity...
  3. 3
    [singular] a particular type or class of thing 类别;种类

    His behaviour was inappropriate for a meeting of this nature. 他的行为举止对于这种会议是不得体的。

    in the nature of (=similar to) 类似…的;像…的 :

    The consultation will be more in the nature of a public meeting than a formal enquiry. 该咨询会将更像一个公众会议而不是正式的咨询会。

     Synonyms and related words
    Categories and types: type, category, kind...
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IELTS BNC: 553 COCA: 696
nature

noun¹

1the physical world; plants, animals, etc.自然界;植物;動物ADJECTIVE | VERB + NATURE | NATURE + VERB | NATURE + NOUN | PREPOSITION | PHRASES ADJECTIVEMother大自然Mother Nature's way of dealing with overpopulation大自然應對人口過剩的方法VERB + NATUREcommune with與自然界交流He believed in spending half an hour each day to relax and commune with nature.他認為應當每天抽出半小時來放鬆一下,親近大自然。be back to, get back to回歸大自然We built our house in the country because we wanted to get back (= be close) to nature.我們把房子蓋在鄉下,因為我們想回歸大自然。be found in存在於自然界中man-made substances not found in nature自然界中找不到的人造材料NATURE + VERBendow (sb with) sth, give sb sth, provide (sb with) sth自然界賦予(某人)⋯/給予某人⋯/(向某人)提供⋯Nature had endowed her with exceptional vitality.大自然賦予了她極強的生命力。produce sth自然界產生⋯It's highly unlikely that this mound was produced by nature.這個小土崗極不可能是自然生成的。NATURE + NOUNconservation自然保護preserve, reserve自然保護區trail通往自然景觀的小徑lover熱愛大自然的人PREPOSITIONclose to nature接近大自然people who live in the country and are close to nature住在鄉下貼近大自然的人in nature大自然的We appreciate beauty in nature.我們欣賞大自然的美。PHRASESthe forces of nature, the laws of nature自然的力量;自然法則a love of nature熱愛大自然His love of nature was expressed through his wildlife paintings.他的野生動物繪畫作品表現了他對大自然的熱愛。let nature take its course順其自然We can only treat the injury and then let nature take its course.我們只能對傷處加以治療,然後順其自然。
nature

noun²

2qualities/features of sb/sth特徵;性質ADJECTIVE | VERB + NATURE | PREPOSITION | PHRASES ADJECTIVEbasic, essential, fundamental, intrinsic, real, true根本特質;基本特性;固有的性質;真實的本性artificial人工特質exact, precise, specific確切的性質;確定的性質;具體性質I'm not clear about the exact nature of their relationship.我不清楚他們的確切關係。general總體性質selective選擇性質limited, restrictive局限性;限定性changing, seasonal, temporary, transitory變化性;季節性;臨時性dynamic動態性uncertain, unpredictable不確定性;不可預見性arbitrary, random任意性;隨意性subjective主觀性the subjective nature of perception感知的主觀性abstract抽象性capricious, fickle反複無常的天性;易變的本性intractable難以駕馭的本性distinctive, unique, unusual顯著的/獨特的/非同尋常的特性radical激進性質complex複雜性dual雙重性the dual nature of man as a physical and spiritual being人作為肉體和精神存在的雙重性special, specialist (BrE) 特殊性;專業性traditional傳統性質controversial爭議性sensitive敏感性The victim has not been identified because of the sensitive nature of the case.由於案件的敏感性,未明確指出被害者身分。contradictory矛盾性problematic造成困難的特性unsatisfactory (especially BrE) 令人不滿意的特質the unsatisfactory nature of the meeting這次會議的不盡如人意good善良的性格People are always taking advantage of her good nature (= her kindness).人們老是利用她的善良。human人的本性It's only human nature to want more money.想要更多錢是人的本性。divine神聖性confidential, personal, private機密性質;私人性質public公眾性international, local國際性;地方性the international nature of the business這種業務的國際性repetitive重複性routine (especially BrE) 慣常性matters of a routine nature例行的事務detailed精細性Because of the detailed nature of the work, I have to use a very fine brush.由於這是個細活兒,我得用很細的畫筆。practical實用性physical, psychological, sexual身體特徵;心理特徵;性特徵They define sexual harassment as unwanted conduct of a sexual nature.他們把性騷擾定義為不受歡迎的與性相關的行為。economic, legal, political, social經濟性;法律性;政治性;社會性Their problems are of an economic nature.他們的問題是經濟問題。contemplative好沉思的天性inquisitive好奇的天性competitive競爭性VERB + NATUREhave有特性He has an inquisitive nature.他生性好奇。reveal展現特性The parties would not reveal the exact nature of the dispute.各方都不願透露爭端的真實本質。conceal隱瞞特性reflect, show反映/顯示特性emphasize強調特性belie掩飾特性The gentle lower slopes belie the true nature of the mountain.低緩的山坡掩蓋了這座山的真實特點。be against, be contrary to, go against背着性子;與本性相反;逆着性子It was against his nature to tell lies.撒謊有悖於他的本性。alter, change改變本性;改變特性This new information does not change the nature of our findings.這一新信息並未改變我們的發現的性質。acknowledge, be aware of, recognize承認/覺察到/認識到特性Are you aware of the nature of the risks involved?你明白所涉及的是什麼風險嗎?define, specify界定/具體說明特性It is important to define the nature of the problem.具體說明問題的性質是很重要的。assess, consider, discuss, examine, explore, investigate評估/考慮/討論/檢查/探尋/調查特性comprehend, realize, understand理解特性;認識特性The Buddhist goal is to realize the true nature of the world.佛教旨在領悟世間的真諦。clarify, elucidate, explain澄清/闡明/解釋特性describe形容特性determine決定特性depend on視乎性質The method employed will depend on the nature of the task.用什麼方法要看任務的性質。appeal to喚起本性There was no point appealing to her better nature (= kindness).喚起她的良知沒有任何意義。PREPOSITIONby nature本性上He's not by nature an inquisitive person.他生性不是個愛打聽別人私事的人 。concerning the nature of有關⋯的性質a debate concerning the nature of violence有關暴力本質的辯論considering the nature of, given the nature of考慮到⋯的性質Given the nature of this matter, I am inclined to think it should be managed by you personally.考慮到這件事的性質,我想還是你親自處理比較合適。in nature本質上Their strategy was essentially political in nature.他們的戰略本質上是政治性的。in sb/sth's nature與⋯的性質一致It's not in his nature to complain.抱怨不是他的本性。A certain element of risk is in the nature of the job.這份工作本身有某種風險。of a... nature具有⋯性質The legal concept of insanity is of a different nature from the medical.精神錯亂的法律概念與醫學概念在性質上是不同的。PHRASESby its very nature就本質而言By its very nature a secret service is not open to public inspection.就本質來講,政府保密部門是不接受公眾監督的。the extent and nature of sth⋯的程度和性質We need to understand the true extent and nature of the problem.我們需要知道問題的真正程度和性質。an insight into the nature of sth對⋯本質的洞察His theory provides a remarkable insight into the nature of the constitution.他的理論使人們對憲法的本質有了深刻的理解。a part of human nature人類本性的一面Her view is that aggression is part of human nature.她認為攻擊性是人類本性的一部份。a part of sb's nature某人本性中的一面the expressive part of his nature他的性格中善於表達的一面a side of sb's nature, a side to sb's nature某人性格中的一面He had a vicious side to his nature.他的性格中有暴虐的一面。
IELTS BNC: 553 COCA: 696
nature noun
nature1 (the nature of the problem) nature2 (the beauties of nature) kind (books of a scientific nature) personality (She is very sensitive by nature.)
nature1

noun

the exact nature of the problem 问题的确切性质the beauties of nature 自然界中美好的东西nature ♦︎ character ♦︎ essence ♦︎ stuff ♦︎ spiritThese are all words for the basic or most important qualities of a thing. 这些词均表示基本特征、本质。PATTERNS AND COLLOCATIONS 句型和搭配in nature / character / essence / spiritthe very nature / character / essence / stuff / spirit of sththe real / true nature / character / essence / spirit of sththe individual / fundamental nature / character / essence of sthto preserve / capture / convey / reflect the nature / character / essence of sthto consider / understand / reveal / define the nature / character / essence of sth nature [singular] the basic qualities of a thing 基本特征;本质;基本性质It's difficult to define the exact nature of the problem.很难给这个问题确切定性。My work is very specialized in nature.我的工作性质非常专业化。The future by its very nature is uncertain.就其本质来说,未来是不确定的。 see also nature personality character [countable, usually singular, uncountable] all the qualities and features that make a place or thing different from others; the way that sth is, or a particular quality or feature that a thing, event or place has (事物、事件或地方的)特点,特征,特色The character of the neighbourhood hasn't changed at all.这片住宅区的风貌依旧。I love the delicate character of the light in the evening.我喜欢夜间柔和的灯火。 see also character personality NOTE 辨析 Nature or character? Nature is used especially to talk about the basic qualities of abstract things, such as a problem, work, society, a strategy, risks or the future. Character is used more to talk about the qualities and features of places, buildings and other physical things, especially qualities and features that appeal to your senses and feelings and make a place or thing seem different or special in some way. * nature尤指诸如problem、work、society、strategy、risk、future之类的抽象事物的基本特征。character则较多指地方、建筑物和其他实物的特点、特征,尤指令人觉得赏心悦目,并使地方或实物在某种程度上看来与众不同或别有风味的特征。 essence ˈesns [uncountable] the most important quality or feature of sth, that makes it what it is 本质;实质;精髓Like so many peasant foods, the essence of pasta is its simplicity.像很多农家饭一样,意大利面食的精髓是简单。In essence (= when you consider the most important points), your situation isn't so different from mine.从本质上讲,你我的情况并非相差很远。 see also essential fundamental stuff [uncountable] the most important feature of sth; sth that sth else is based on or is made from 基本特征;特质;基础;原料Parades and marches were the very stuff of politics in the region.游行示威是那一地区政治生活的基本内容。Let's see what stuff you're made of (= what sort of person you are).我们来看看你是怎样的一个人。 spirit [singular, uncountable] the real or intended meaning or purpose of sth 真实意义;实质The referee should try to obey the spirit as well as the letter (= the narrow meaning of the words) of the law.裁判执法既要尽力依循规则的字面意思,也须掌握规则的精神实质。nature2

noun

the exact nature of the problem 问题的确切性质the beauties of nature 自然界中美好的东西nature ♦︎ the environment ♦︎ wildlife ♦︎ life ♦︎ ecosystem ♦︎ the wild ♦︎ the natural worldThese words all mean the world and the plants and animals that live in it. 这些词均表示自然界、生态环境、野生动植物。PATTERNS AND COLLOCATIONS 句型和搭配in nature / the environment / an ecosystem / the wild(a / an / the) marine / terrestrial / aquatic environment / wildlife / life / ecosystemto protect the environment / wildlife / ... life / the natural worldto damage the environment / wildlife / ... lifeto benefit / preserve / save / affect / destroy the environment / wildlife nature ( Nature) [uncountable] all the plants, animals and things that exist in the universe that are not made by people; the way that things happen in the physical world when it is not controlled by people 自然界;大自然;自然方式Take time to appreciate the beauties of nature.悠闲地欣赏自然界中美好的东西。The forces of nature are constantly reshaping our world.自然界的力量在不断重塑我们的世界。It seemed against the laws of nature that such a creature could even exist.竟有这样的生物存在,这似乎有违自然规律。Just let nature take its course.就顺其自然吧。Her illness was Nature's way of telling her to do less.她的疾病表示天意在告诉她不要太劳累。You cannot use the nature to talk about plants, animals and the natural world. 不可用the nature(加定冠词the)指自然界the beauties of the nature When you are just talking about your immediate surroundings it is usually better to use a different word. 指附近的环境时,最好用其他的词They stopped to admire nature. They stopped to admire the scenery / countryside.他们停下来欣赏风景/乡村景色。 see also countryside , scenery country 2 natural

adjective

a country's natural resources (= its coal, oil, forests, etc.) 一国的自然资源
naturally

adverb

naturally occurring chemicals天然存在的化学物质
the environment [singular] the natural world in which people, animals and plants live, especially when it is threatened or has been damaged by human activity (尤指受到人类活动威胁或破坏的)自然环境,生态环境There is increasing public concern about pollution of the environment.公众对环境污染的忧虑日益加深。 environmental

adjective

the environmental impact of pollution污染对环境的影响
environmentally

adverb

an environmentally sensitive area (= one that is easily damaged or that contains rare animals, plants, etc.) 生态环境脆弱的地区
wildlife ˈwaɪldlaɪf [uncountable] animals that are wild and live in a natural environment that is not controlled by people 野生动物;野生生物Development of the area would endanger wildlife.开发这一地区将会危及野生生物。The area is an important wildlife habitat.该地区是重要的野生动物栖息地。 life [uncountable] living things 生物;活物pond life池塘生物Yet more species of plant and animal life die out as their very specialized habitat is disturbed.还有更多的动植物物种因为其专属的栖息地受到干扰而灭绝。Is there intelligent life on other planets?其他星球上存在具有智慧的生物吗? ecosystem ˈiːkəʊsɪstəm; NAmE ˈiːkoʊsɪstəm [countable] all the plants and living creatures in a particular area considered in relation to their physical environment 生态系统Islands often support delicate ecosystems that evolved without any need for defence.岛屿上所维系的生态系统大多很脆弱,是在无需防御的情况下演化而成的。 the wild [countable, singular] a natural environment that is not controlled by people 自然环境;野生状态The bird is too tame now to survive in the wild.这只鸟已经驯化了,现在难以在野生环境中生存。The animals were released back into the wild when they had recovered.这些动物在康复后被放归野生环境。 the ˌnatural ˈworld [countable, singular] the earth's plants, animals and natural features that have not been created or changed by human actions 自然界Many medicines are made from ingredients found in the natural world.许多药是用从自然界找到的原料制成的。

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